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Environmental Psychology Research Group @eprg-surrey.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🎉Funded PhD on water risk perception and consumer behaviour🎉 (UK only) PhD will explore the drivers of and barriers to lead pipe replacement by consumers. @cast-centre.bsky.social Deadline: October 22nd More details and to apply: www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
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Understanding consumer attitudes to lead pipe replacement at University of Bath on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - Understanding consumer attitudes to lead pipe replacement at University of Bath, listed on FindAPhD.com
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Environmental Psychology Groningen @epgroningen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Friendly reminder: if you'd like to apply for this position in our department, be sure to apply by 2 October!
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🚨 Early career researchers: check out the new BuildWell ECR Network! A free UK-wide community focused on housing, health & environmental sustainability with mentoring, workshops, site visits, networking, & collaboration opportunities. buildwell.org.uk/buildwell-ec...
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🎉 Free #envpsy conference in Norway 🎉 The Conference on Environmental Psychology 2026 occurs 18/19th November, in snowy Lillehammer, Norway Deadline for abstract submission: 27 Oct Conference is free of charge. More info: www.inn.no/english/even...
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Next @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social journal club 22 September, 2:00pm - 3:30pm We will be discussing Clarke, D., Murphy, C. and Lorenzoni, I. (2018) 'Place attachment, disruption and transformative adaption' More details here: www.bps.org.uk/event/enviro...
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Environmental Psychology Section Journal Club: Place attachment, disruption and transformative adaption | BPS
In this session we will be looking at open access paper: ‘Place attachment, disruption and transformative adaptation’ by Clarke, D., Murphy, C. and Lorenzoni, I. (2018).
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Annie Mitchell 💙💚🌈 @annieingarden.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
I’ve long wished we had a Masters degree in Community Psychology in south west UK. There’s huge potential for psychologists to learn from & with (& to support) communities with respect, fairness, inclusion, imagination & science . And so ….1/8
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Dr Melissa Marselle @melissamarselle.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
🎉Postdoc job opportunity🎉 Interdisciplinary researcher sought for project “Gardening Resilience: Biodiversity interventions for human–nature synergies”. You will lead the component of the project linking the ecological and psychological components Deadline 16 Oct #envpsy
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Dr Melissa Marselle @melissamarselle.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
🎉#EnvironmentalPsychology PhD 🎉 @tumunich.bsky.social is looking for an environmental psychologist to do a PhD on whether biodiversity-based interventions can improve ecological resilience, wellbeing and pro-env behaviour. Details below. Deadline 16/10 You will be working with Dr Monika Egerer & me
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International Association for People-Environment Studies @iaps-association.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Save the date: "Spaces in Transition: Urban Futures, Cultures and Sustainability". An IAPS international symposium in A Coruña, Spain, 14–16 June 2027, organised by the IAPS Sustainability and Culture and Space Networks. Call for papers opens 1 September 2026.
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Environmental Psychology Research Group @eprg-surrey.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
We are hiring! We are looking for a Knowledge Exchange Fellow to work on @accessnetwork.bsky.social Full time. Four months fixed term contract. Closing date 28 Aug Details: jobs.surrey.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx...
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Job Vacancy at the University of Surrey: Knowledge Exchange Fellow
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ours...
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Do You Find It Difficult to Switch Off After Work? @eprg-surrey.bsky.social @surreypsychology.bsky.social are recruiting participants for a study examining whether 10 min nature or breathing activites can help people mentally disconnect from work See poster for further details
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Environmental Psychology Research Group @eprg-surrey.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Struggle to switch off after work? @eprg-surrey.bsky.social @surreypsychology.bsky.social are recruiting participants for a study examining whether brief interventions can help people mentally disconnect from work See poster for further details 📧 Interested? Contact: d.macfarlane@surrey.ac.uk
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Environmental Psychology Research Group @eprg-surrey.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
📢New publication from @eprg-surrey.bsky.social researchers! 📢 Using simulated soundscapes in discrete choice experiments, study shows that hearing birdsong affects people's willingness to pay for habitat enhancement and conservation 🐦🎶 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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Willingness to pay for birdsong
We present the first estimate of the causal effect of auditory sensation on willingness to pay and the first estimate of the marginal value of bird so…
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Delighted to see the work of #EnvironmentalPsychology featured in the @nationalwildlife.bsky.social article,"Why Is Nature So Good for Us?" 🌿🐦 The article highlights #envpsy theory & research on the different ways nature supports health & wellbeing www.nwf.org/Magazines/Na...
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Why Is Nature Good for Us?
We know that nature benefits us. Scientists are trying to understand how.
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acastrechini.bsky.social @acastrechini.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
During #IAPS2026, various #EnvironmentalPsychology #associations met to share updates on goals, membership and challenges, creating new synergies. Countries like UK, Australia, Spain, Italy, Sweden, France, Brazil, Japan, Romania among others. 🌍 @iaps2026.bsky.social @iaps-association.bsky.social
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IAPS 2026 Conference @iaps2026.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🌞 #IAPS2026 is next week! While we put the finishing touches to our preparations, here is an overview of the *seven* keynote speakers that we're honoured to host at the conference, individually and in a discussion panel. 🌳 Find out more in the programme: virtual.oxfordabstracts.com/event/75795/...
Prof. Marketta Kyttä - Participatory planning for healthy cities - Keynote speaker, Tues 30 JuneProf. Jenny Roe - Restorative architecture for mental health and wellbeing- Keynote speaker, Weds 1 JulyDr. Charles Ogunbode - Mental weathering: Unpacking the psychological toll of climate change in urban West Africa - Keynote speaker, Thurs 2 JulyKeynote Panel - How can people-environment research help promote healthy, green, and equitable communities? - Fri 3 July

Prof. Linda Steg; Daniel Iacofano, PhD; Derviš Hadžimuhamedović; Dr. Jonathan Reeves
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International Association for People-Environment Studies @iaps-association.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
📢 Presenting a poster at @iaps2026.bsky.social? The @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social is sponsoring 3 Best Poster Awards! 🏆 1 Best Poster: £50 🥈 2 Runner-up awards: £25 Good luck to everyone — we look forward to meeting you at IAPS 2026!
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Date for your diary! Next @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social journal club is Tues 14th July 12:00 - 1.30pm Reading: A Practical Guide to Prebunking Misinformation Developed by Jigsaw (Google) and BBC Media Action prebunking.withgoogle.com/docs/A_Pract... Organised/led by @suewilbraham.bsky.social
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Post-doc job opportunity! Two-year 0.8 FTE postdoctoral researcher role regarding active travel @eprg-surrey.bsky.social with Dr Eleanor Ratcliffe Closing Date: 23.59 BST on Monday 13 July 2026 Interview Date: Monday 27 July 2026 Further details: jobs.surrey.ac.uk/Vacancy.aspx...
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Job Vacancy at the University of Surrey: Research Fellow (i-MOBYL)
The University of Surrey is a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. We are ambitious and have a bold vision of what we want to achieve - shaping ours...
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Dr Melissa Marselle @melissamarselle.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Tomorrow's @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social journal club discusses the Nature Climate Change article by Smith et al (2026) 'Climate policy feasibility across Europe relies on the conditional middle' Join the conversation by registering here: www.bps.org.uk/event/climat...
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Climate policy feasibility across Europe relies on the conditional middle | BPS
An Environmental Section Journal Club event.
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
.@researchdigest.bsky.social is one of the best things about @psychmag.bsky.social - it helps to learn about cool new nature connection research like this @science.org article by James et al (2026) finds humans and animals share acoustic preferences for sounds.
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Philippa Carr @philippacarr.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
If you've recently completed your doctoral research with qualitative research, check out @qmip.bsky.social Doctoral Research Award! @bps-social-psych.bsky.social @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social @powes.bsky.social
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Rense Corten 🟥 @rensec.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
We're hiring! Recruiting a PhD candidate for a cool interdisciplinary project on how social environments shape health, based in the Human Geography department, co-supervised by sociologists @utrechtuniversity.bsky.social www.uu.nl/en/organisat...
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PhD Position on Unravelling the Social Exposome for Better Health
Do you want to develop cutting-edge methods to measure social networks at a population scale? Apply for this PhD position!
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Dr Melissa Marselle @melissamarselle.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
🎉PhD position in biodiversity and mental health🎉 @utrechtuniversity.bsky.social with @helbichmarco.bsky.social Details: www.uu.nl/en/organisat... Deadline: 21 June 2026
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PhD position in biodiversity and mental health
Help pioneer biodiversity and mental health research with high-resolution spatial data and nationwide population cohorts.
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Are you presenting a poster at @iaps2026.bsky.social? We are delighted to inform all poster presenters that we are sponsoring 3 x #IAPS2026 Best Poster Awards Best Poster Prize (x1): £50 voucher Runners‑up Prizes (x2): £25 vouchers each
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
We are proud to host a networking event @iaps2026.bsky.social on Tuesday at 17:00 we 'Connections in #environmentalpsychology : Developing & building interntational networks' #IAPS2026
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IAPS 2026 Conference @iaps2026.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
We’re pleased to share the programme for #IAPS2026! 400+ presentations, including keynotes, symposia, individual talks, flash sessions, posters, and more: virtual.oxfordabstracts.com/e/iaps2026/p... We can’t wait to see you here! @iaps-association.bsky.social @uniofsurrey.bsky.social
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
This 🌍 #EarthDay, the impacts of human behaviour on the planet are impossible to ignore. But why do some pro‑environmental actions stick - while others fade? Environmental psychologists research how values, norms & place shape sustainable behaviour in everyday life. www.bps.org.uk/member-netwo...
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
🌍 #EarthDay Reaching #NetZero isn’t only a technical challenge — it’s a human one. Environmental psychology shows how behaviour change, social norms and supportive environments can accelerate climate solutions. Learn more about @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social here: www.bps.org.uk/member-netwo...
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Happy #EarthDay 🌱 Nature isn’t just beautiful — it’s good for us. Environmental psychology shows how contact with natural environments improves wellbeing, attention and emotional connection to the world around us. Learn more about @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social here: www.bps.org.uk/member-netwo...
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Free event for @bpsofficial.bsky.social members on Nature and Wellbeing - 28 April 6-7:30pm Register here: www.bps.org.uk/event/nature... Brought to you by the BPS East of England Branch
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Nature and Wellbeing | BPS
Professor David Pearson will discuss recent findings that explore the relationship between our environment and the biological processes of our brain and body.
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
The next @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social #JournalClub is 28 April, noon online We will be discussing Wright et al (2024) A qualitative exploration of the contribution of blue space to well‐being in the lives of people with severe mental illness, in @peopleandnature.bsky.social tinyurl.com/yrafykap
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A qualitative exploration of the contribution of blue space to well‐being in the lives of people with severe mental illness
Read the free Plain Language Summary for this article on the Journal blog.
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IAPS 2026 Conference @iaps2026.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
⏰ There's just one week to go until the deadline for presenters to register for IAPS 2026! ✨ Presenters of accepted submissions must register and pay by 31 March 2026 to be included in the programme; the registration link is provided in the decision email.
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Nigel Oseland @droseland.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
@bpsenvpsych.bsky.social your members may wish to comment on the new BSI standard on workplace strategy, which I contribute to. standardsdevelopment.bsigroup.com/projects/202...
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
BBC News have got in contact with us for a story they are producing on the impact on a person’s mental health if they live near/next to a construction site. This is particularly in relation to noise. If you are an expert and want to speak to the BBC - DM us or @melissamarselle.bsky.social
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
We are thrilled to share that our in-person event on March 19th is completely SOLD OUT! It’s truly incredible to see how many of you are passionate about coming together, eager to connect and learn about creating designed environments that truly serve both people and our planet. See you there!
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Environmental Psychology Research Group @eprg-surrey.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Excited to share a new article from @eprg-surrey.bsky.social🎉 “Physical environments of favourite urban places enable place attachment through afforded meaningful experiences.” Authored by Tamala Anderson, Eleanor Ratcliffe, Birgitta Gatersleben & Clara Weber www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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Physical environments of favourite urban places enable place attachment through afforded meaningful experiences
Evidence shows that well-designed places can positively influence health and well-being, providing an opportunity to mitigate negative consequences th…
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
We are thrilled to share that our in-person event on March 19th is completely SOLD OUT! It’s truly incredible to see how many of you are passionate about coming together, eager to connect and learn about creating designed environments that truly serve both people and our planet. See you there!
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
The BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social has a Journal Club! Our first meeting is 24 March 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm, lead by @suewilbraham.bsky.social FREE registration. Details: www.bps.org.uk/event/enviro...
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Environmental Psychology Section Journal Club | BPS
Dwelling in the city: A qualitative exploration of the human-nature relationship in three types of urban greenspace.
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IAPS 2026 Conference @iaps2026.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
✨ Check your email! Decisions on abstract submissions for #IAPS2026 have now been sent out. ✨ Due to capacity limits, we had to make some very difficult choices due to the large number of high‑quality submissions we received. Thank you to everyone who submitted!
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Malte Elson @malte.the100.ci · 26/02/2026
Our institute is hiring 1. an assistant professor (with TT) for Social Psychology (focus: environmental psychology) ohws.prospective.ch/public/v1/jo... 2. an assistant lecturer (with TT) for Experimental Personality Psychology ohws.prospective.ch/public/v1/jo...
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Assistant Professor Tenure Track for Social Psychology with a Focus on Environmental Psychology - Universität Bern
Universität Bern is looking for Assistant Professor Tenure Track for Social Psychology with a Focus on Environmental Psychology
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Climate change interventions that involve social aspects are often more effective, than interventions that use information only. Loving this idea about 'everyday influencers' in climate and sustainability.
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Dr Melissa Marselle @melissamarselle.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Thrilled to share our new #EnvironmentalResearch article! Our review investigates the mental health and wellbeing benefits associated with specific blue space types (e.g. coast, river) & characteristics (e.g. sounds). 🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.en...
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The Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations (CAST) @cast-centre.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
CAST job opportunity: Join us as a Research Fellow at our centre hub, the University of Bath, leading a programme of quantitative behavioural research to advance understanding of climate-relevant behaviour change & life choices. 📣 Deadline: 16 March 2026 Apply now 👇 www.bath.ac.uk/jobs/Vacancy...
A graphic with the Centre for Climate Change and Social Transformations logo at the top left. Large text reads ‘We are hiring!’. Below, text states: ‘Position: Research Fellow. Institution: University of Bath. Deadline: Monday, March 16th.’ A blue button at the bottom left says ‘Apply now’. The CAST logomark, a multicoloured circular line of patterns appear on the right side.
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Job opportunity! @cast-centre.bsky.social are seeking a Research Fellow to lead a programme of quantitative behavioural research to advance understanding of climate-relevant behaviour change and life choices. 48 month fixed-term full-time see: www.bath.ac.uk/jobs/Vacancy...
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ED13421 Research Fellow - Jobs at Bath
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
APA Division 34 (Society for Environmental, Population & Conservation Psychology) invites abstract submissions for its Virtual Conference “Advancing Sustainable Development Goals Through Psychological Research” June 5–6 Abstract Deadline: March 1st More information: www.sepcp.org/virtual-conf...
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Gloria Muñoz @glori5.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
On Tuesday 17 Feb, Laura (U. of Hildesheim) will lead a discussion on the topic "Climate refugees or migrants?" Join us in the Critical Environmental Psychology Journal Club. 🕔 17:00 GMT | 🌐 Zoom | Comment for more info @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social @cast-centre.bsky.social @epgroningen.bsky.social
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Dr Melissa Marselle @melissamarselle.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
From a psychology student to Co-Chair of @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social, in my #BPSCareersFest talk I will share the how to research the wellbeing benefits of biodiversity If you're entering the world of #environmentalpsychology, join my talk at 11:00 on Friday 13th Feb www.bps.org.uk/event/bps-ps...
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BPS Psychology Careers Festival 2026 | BPS
Spanning five days of online sessions over four different stages, we'll be covering everything from traditional psychology career routes to new workforce roles.
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Kim Rollings PhD @kimrollingsphd.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
The HomeLab also sounds like a great opportunity for environment-behavior research. research.umich.edu/research-sto... @iaps-association.bsky.social @umisr.bsky.social
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Institute for Social Research HomeLab offers ideal environment for fitness device study
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BPS Environmental Psychology Section @bpsenvpsych.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
New article! Bibliometric analysis trends in research topics in #envpsy Ratcliffe et al (2026) Research trends in environmental psychology: a bibliometric analysis of peer-reviewed publications, 2004-2024. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 102927. doi.org/10.1016/j.je...
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